Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University is a Public, 4 or more years school located in Kalamazoo, MI. It is classified as Research University (high research activity) school by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. The school has a total enrollment of 23,227 and student to faculty ratio is 5.88% (17 to 1).
Directory Information of Western Michigan University
| Address | 1903 West Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5200 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 269-387-1000 |
| WEB | www.wmich.edu |
| Admission | www.wmich.edu/admissions/ |
| Financial Aid | www.wmich.edu/admissions/ |
| Net Price Calculator | www.wmich.edu/finaid/netcalc/ |
| Veterans Tuition | www.wmich.edu/military/benefits |
| School Type | Public, 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
2018 Tuition & Fees and 2019 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2018 tuition and fees are $11,943 for in-state students and $14,699 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2018 tuition and fees are $15,233 for in-state students and $29,823 for out-of-state students. Total 23,227 students are attending at the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,943 | $14,699 |
| Graduate | $15,233 | $29,823 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $12,411 | $8,047 |
| Graduate | $16,301 | $30,545 |
The estimation for 2018-2019 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2017 Key Stats of Western Michigan University
The Acceptance ratio at Western Michigan University is 82% and Graduation rate is 53%. Key academic stats at Western Michigan University are listed in next table.
| Acceptance Rate | 82% |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 53% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 32% |
| Retention Rate | 79%(full-time), 43% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.88% (17 to 1) |
| Student Population | 23,227 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Western Michigan University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs which designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers . Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Western Michigan University provides a number of student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics of Western Michigan University
Next table illustrates special other characteristics of Western Michigan University.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Historical Black School | No |
| Tribal School | No |
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 6,713 |
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